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a family buys a car for $20,000. The value of the car decreases about 20% each year. After 6 yr, the family decides to sell the car. Should they sell it for $4000? Explain

 Jan 20, 2015

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The value of the car after 6 years is given by:

20000(.80)^6  = $5242.88  .... so, selling it for $4000 would be less than what it is worth at that time......

 

 Jan 20, 2015
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The value of the car after 6 years is given by:

20000(.80)^6  = $5242.88  .... so, selling it for $4000 would be less than what it is worth at that time......

 

CPhill Jan 20, 2015

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